Direct Vent Fireplace Installation

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Direct vent fireplace installation.

Let s find out the installation process of the flue. 018 galvanized steel outer wall. This type of fireplace has a completely sealed combustion chamber which allows it to vent directly out a side wall of the home. For 650 more our fireplace dealer would have installed the fireplace not including the gas and electric hookups or any interior finishing.

Direct vent is a term used to describe a specifically designed fireplace that performs differently from the traditionally vented fireplace which use a chimney. Prepare installation site by building wall recess to accept fireplace. The materials for the wood framing drywall and stucco coating cost an additional 175. 42 inch mid grade direct vent gas fireplace.

Select your model number to find the installation manual for your fireplace. The direct vent fireplace and vent parts we purchased cost us about 1 800. Painted outer walls made of laserwelded 018 galvalume steel. Here is a cost breakdown from my hoosier hearth.

Direct vent gas fireplaces burn natural gas to create heat and flames. Heat glo installation manuals are provided as pdf downloads. Enjoy a direct vent gas fireplace in the living room bedroom the basement kitchen bathroom den and even the home office wherever you want to enjoy the comfort and warmth of a fire. They are versatile and easy to install.

Cut hole through exterior house wall and install stovepipe thimble. You can find some of these fireplaces here if you re looking for a vent free option you can find some great options here yes the best fireplaces on the market generally use a direct vent venting. Materials and construction 020 aluminum inner wall. Installing the flue is one of the most important jobs when you plan to install a direct vent fireplace.

Ok you need an exhaust system for your new direct vent gas fireplace. The cost to install a direct vent gas fireplace ranges from 3 500 to 7 500 depending on the options included the specific brand and type of appliance and venting needs. In this video i start my diy fireplace by installing a flexible direct vent system through the wall behind the fireplace. Directvent pro is a unitized coaxial concentric venting system designed for use with direct vent gas or propane stoves heaters and fireplaces.

Attach short section of stovepipe to exhaust port on rear of fireplace. In this video this old house host kevin o connor explains how to install a gas fireplace.